Lisa Kudrow

NBC Chief Robert Greenblatt announced the network's hope for a "Friends" reunion. But it's not the kind you're thinking.

The network is planning a prime-time special to celebrate veteran TV director James Burrows that would be timed to his 1,000th episode behind the camera. The two-hour special will air at 9 p.m. Feb. 21 on NBC.

Among those appearing in the special are Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matthew Perry, David Schwimmer and Matt LeBlanc.

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